Eclogite and Charnockite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Charnockite

The general Eclogite and Charnockite definition can be stated as: Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. On the other hand, Charnockite is a variety of granite containing minerals like orthopyroxene, quartz, and feldspar. Along with definition of Eclogite and Charnockite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Charnockite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Charnockite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Charnockite

The history of Eclogite and Charnockite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Eclogite and Charnockite Origin and Discoverer

Eclogite and Charnockite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Eclogite and Charnockite. In this section, you will know about Eclogite and Charnockite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Eclogite is Unknown whereas Origin of Charnockite is Tamil Nadu, India. It is interesting to know the name of Eclogite and Charnockite discoverer. The Discoverer of Eclogite is René Just Haüy and the discoverer of Charnockite is T. H. Holland.

Etymology of Eclogite and Charnockite

Along with Eclogite and Charnockite definition, know more about the etymology of Eclogite and Charnockite. Etymology of Eclogite and Charnockite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Eclogite and Formation of Charnockite. The etymology of Eclogite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1 while that of Charnockite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Charnockite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Eclogite and Charnockite are listed below.

For Eclogite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Charnockite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock